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(Press Release - Xbox 360)

SANTA CLARA, Calif., (July 25, 2005) – Leading video games developer and publisher Namco Hometek Inc. today announced "Ridge Racer(TM) 6."  Developed for the Xbox 360(TM) video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, "Ridge Racer 6" takes full advantage of the new platform’s capabilities with in-depth multiplayer functionality, unprecedented vehicle control and immersive sound and visual effects to provide the most adrenaline-rich arcade driving experience yet.

In "Ridge Racer 6," the classic Namco franchise returns with more speed, excitement and gameplay variety than ever before.  Players enter a world of high-definition, high-speed races and can choose to challenge others or take control of the wheel alone in a variety of 

on and offline modes.  Online compatibility lends to features such as Vs. Battles and downloadable content, further enhancing the game’s replayability to make "Ridge Racer 6" an unforgettably immersive experience.

“'Ridge Racer 6' was designed with the next generation of hardware in mind and truly harnesses the power of the Xbox 360 to bring the most satisfying gameplay experience to our fans,” said Yoshi Niki, Business Unit Director with Namco Hometek Inc.  “'Ridge Racer 6'

 promises to deliver the highest level of intensity and fun to Namco’s top drift racing franchise.”

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For more information on "Ridge Racer 6," please visit www.namco.com.

About Namco Hometek Inc.
Namco Hometek Inc. is the U.S. consumer division of Namco Limited, a Tokyo-based world leader in the high-tech entertainment industry.  Based in Santa Clara, CA, Namco Hometek Inc. is an award-winning video games publisher for next generation game consoles.  Namco has created some of the industry's greatest video game franchises: "Tekken(R)," "SOULCALIBUR(R)," "Dead to Rights(R)," "Pac-Man World(TM)," "Ridge Racer(R)," "Time Crisis(R)" and "ACECOMBAT(TM)."  For more information about Namco and its products log onto www.namco.com.